1969 AMC Hornet vs. 1995 Honda Today
To start off, 1995 Honda Today is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 AMC Hornet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 AMC Hornet would be higher. At 4,983 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 AMC Hornet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 AMC Hornet (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC Hornet should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 AMC Hornet weights approximately 639 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 AMC Hornet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 AMC Hornet (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today. 1969 AMC Hornet has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 AMC Hornet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 AMC Hornet | 1995 Honda Today | |
Make | AMC | Honda |
Model | Hornet | Today |
Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4983 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |